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Ukorebi Esien | June 28, 2025
IKOM — In a major show of political solidarity and grassroots mobilisation, the Voice of Central, a leading socio-political support group in Cross River State, has officially endorsed Sen. Prince Bassey Edet Otu and Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, for a second term in office as Governor and Deputy Governor of Cross River State, respectively.
The endorsement rally, which was held on Saturday, June 28, 2025, in Ikom Local Government Area, attracted a massive turnout of All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders, councillors, appointees, business leaders, and enthusiastic supporters from across the Central Senatorial District. The event began with a colourful procession from Federal Government College, Ikom. It climaxed at the Ikom Local Government Council field, where party faithful gathered to affirm their support for the Otu-Odey administration.
In his address, the Director-General of Voice of Central, Comrade Victor Bassey, spotlighted the significance of continuity in governance, stressing the need for all stakeholders to remain united and committed to ensuring victory for the APC in the 2027 general elections.
"We are here to reaffirm our support for a visionary leadership that has placed the needs of the people first. Governor Otu's 'People First' agenda has brought meaningful development to Central Cross River and beyond. This endorsement is not just ceremonial, it is a call to action," Bassey stated.
The rally also witnessed the inauguration of the Local Government, Ward, and Polling Unit Executives of the Voice of Central, tasked with mobilising grassroots support for the second-term bid. The event was punctuated with cultural displays, drumming, and dancing, reflecting the region's rich heritage and vibrant political spirit.
A symbolic highlight of the rally was the unveiling of a campaign billboard by respected grassroots mobilizer, Mr. Okim Sama, who lauded the governor's performance and called for sustained development in the Central Senatorial District.
The formal motion to endorse Governor Otu and Deputy Governor Odey for a second term was moved by the Secretary of Voice of Central, Comrade Jones Ekwom, and seconded by the Woman Leader, Mrs. Esame Ogar. The motion was unanimously adopted by all in attendance.
Organisers described the endorsement as a "clear expression of satisfaction" with the current administration's achievements, including infrastructural development, improved healthcare delivery, education reforms, and renewed emphasis on agricultural development.
"There is no vacancy in Peregrino House come 2027," the group declared in unison. "We stand solidly with the Otu-Odey ticket. Only one version of leadership is acceptable: People First."
As Cross River State inches toward the 2027 elections, the Voice of Central's endorsement adds significant momentum to the re-election campaign of Governor Otu and his deputy, underscoring the growing political consensus around the continuity of their leadership.
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